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Torque Specifications




Install each main bearing cap and tighten inner bolts finger tight.
Tighten inner main bearing cap bolts to 20 Nm + 1/4 turn (15 ft. lbs. + 1/4 turn).

Measure crankshaft end play.

Install windage tray. Lubricate bolts with engine oil and tighten to 27 Nm + 1/4 turn (20 ft. lbs. + 1/4 turn).

Install the main cap tie (horizontal) bolts and tighten to 28 Nm (250 inch lbs.).